Gretchen Carlson Sheet-Caked On Her Final ‘Fox & Friends’ Morning

Gloria Estefan sang “I’ve Grown Accustomed To His Face” in honor of Gretchen Carlson, who got sheet-caked this morning on her last day at Fox & Friends. Throughout her final three hours on the early-morning program, Carlson thanked her hair and makeup people for making her look better than she felt at 3 AM each day, the show crew and producers, and her three alarm clocks for waking her up without fail — she noted she’d never overslept once in her run (She started on the show in 2006, one year after joining FNC). Geraldo Rivera was among those who stopped by to wish her well. Carlson, who’s just begun on Twitter, asked Rivera for tweeting advice. “Just let me whip this off,” said he of the famous naked selfie, and pretended to begin removing his clothing. “Don’t do it after 1 AM, don’t do it after two tequila shots and don’t take off your blouse,” he advised.

Carlson noted it was also the 25th anniversary of her having been crowned Miss America. The 1989 pageant winner is being replaced by Elisabeth Hasselbeck, the 2001 Survivor finalist, who starts Monday. In July, Fox News announced Hasselbeck would leave ABC’s The Viewand join F&F this month, with longtime host Carlson getting her own show in the afternoon. Carlson, who has been responsible for some of the most exuberantly head-scratchy morning infotainment TV moments — and the head-scratchy bar is set pretty high in that daypart — explained to viewers that “Yippy skippy” is an expression she actually uses off-camera, hinting it may become the name of a regular segment on her new show, devoted to good news. Consider yourself warned.

68 Comments

Its too bad that women in news these days have to tell us ‘how many are dead’ in clown face. So much make-up it could be cut with a knife…

rico • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Good riddance, and take those other two clowns with you.

suave • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

At least you used that phrase properly. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve seen “Good riddens” used by those who are literally challenged.

Can’t say much for your taste in morning news, though. All the other stations are just Obama cheerleaders.

Donna Sullivan • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Cannot agree with your morning news assessment, as I have watched all the different news shows and find Fox and Friends to be based in non-truths. Additionally, I think ABC, CBS and NBC have harped on anything negative regarding the Obama Administration. But let me say I do so agree with the comments made by many regarding the ridiculous outfits, jewelry and make up worn by almost all female quasi journalists. Of course, the men don’t have to join that pony show and that’s a topic for another time.

At least the majority of the female journalist on Fox News have a college degree and their contributors go as far as a PHD degree. That includes the people that are on the right and on the left of politics. I do not see the same on other channel news.

Scarlett • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Fox is the only network at gives you the true news and I like that. All I see on NBC is anything Obama, and the others just talk about what Hollywood is doing and trivia. The women on Fox are either lawyers, or have Business. Megyn worked at the supreme court. Grechen was a lawyer. Almost all the women on Fox are lawyers or have financial degrees.

Anonymous • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

You are apparently ignorant o you can teach the ignorant you are just stupid

Bob Passmore • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Now if we could say good riddance to Obama and his ass kissing media buddies.

Just want to say “Well Said” and anything FOX is sooo much more interesting. I can’t watch anything else. I think my favorite is “The Five”. They are all great even Bob Beckel.

Mike Bonini • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

A great show that reflects the true viewpoints of Americans and not the 2% that think they are somehow the majority. Best wishes and great success to you Gretchen.

vaughn Leland • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

what? “great show?” are you crazy!?!!?

i’ll be glad when Fox News brings back their comments section so you all can go back to where you belong! why are you on this entertainment site!!? don’t you hate us all in hollyweird?

Alex • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Why do we hate you? WHAT’S TO LIKE!! You’re all 1%ers telling us in the great unwashed to do with less! Do you know what I’m paying to go to the movies?! Do you know what I’m paying for cable?! The great unwashed is keeping you douchebags in Cocain and big homes

Now hop in your Lincoln SUV and go to the HILTON for a Democrat fundraiser you phony!

thereal • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

the viewers on Foxnews have an avg age of 65. Bunch of dirty old men watching Gretchen hoping for an upskirt

MAQNLY • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

I AM ALMOST 74 AND YOUR DESCRIPTION DOESNT FIT ME !

Ojala • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

I don’t recall that the poster THEREAL cited his source for his statistic that Foxnews has an average viewer age of 65. However, it’s ironic that his statistic matches the exact number, 65, that I saw when I began looking for the average IQ of the viewers who watch MSNBC and Chris Matthews. That was a bit surprising due to the fact that Chris Matthews himself seems to have an IQ about TWO ABOVE plane life. Cheers to you, thereal.

Ed Silvestri • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

@thereal So where do you get this info? Average age? You wouldn’t know it by the commercials,and I don’t think advertisers would waste money on the wrong demographic targets. I already wasted too many keystrokes on you.

mimi • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

It never ceases to amaze how many responders continually bash any article that mention Fox News or the journalists employed there – and at the same time, proclaim that they NEVER watch Fox programming. Just imagine what we will be hearing from all the nay-sayers when Elizabeth Hasselbeck joins the morning group. As if the opinion of NON VIEWERS could matter!!

Anonymous • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Goodbye, nitwit.

steveomedic • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

I would believe SNL could still have enough material that comes out of this program!

Bea • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

So much for the ugly commentaries…they probably don’t watch Fox anyway – but I’m here to say I love Gretchen and the guys – they have started my day off for years – along with morning prayers and breakfast, I never miss it. I will especially miss Gretchen but know she will have great success on her new show and I wish her the best. Elizabeth will be a great gal to sit between those two likable but “contrary” guys – just kidding – I love them both and I know Elizabeth will be loved as well. Best wishes for all. Bea

Kitty Young • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Very well put! So agree!

john jones • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Wow, startin’ each day with Fox Morning News and Prayers, huh? Wow!

Pam • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

I Will Miss Gretchen! I could not stand to watch “The View” and it will be difficult for me to watch Elizabeth. Bring back Gretchen!!!

Catrina Rivera • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

I agree..I will not watch Hasselbeck…she does not let anybody get a word in….and she gives me a headache…

Dkn • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Fine by me. SNL hasn’t been funny since Obama took office. It’s a boring, flacid bias show that caters to the left. And, quite frankly the left wouldn’t know a sense of humor if it slapped them across their big mouths.

johnny • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

snl has not been funny since the 80,s and fox news is one of the best news shows on tv at lest they don’t kiss obamas ass.

Margo • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Sorry to see Gretchen go, but know she will do well with her new show. You were a definite great part to the threesome in the morning. Good luck in your future endeavors.

C G D • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

DITTO

Kitty Young • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

I loved her and I’m not fond of Elizabeth. Gretchen will be missed.

dirty old man • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

I don’t care for Hasselbeck annoying voice, I won’t be watching F&F for 3 hrs everyday,more like 3 minutes. Get someone else and get rid of Steve Duffus too.

Lynn Philibin (Mimi Lynn) • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Good luck to Gretchen! i have been a loyal fan of Fox News for years! Gretchen has been a refreshing addition to the morning news alongside of her two entertaining co-hosts, Brian Kilmead and Steve Ducey. Love this news segment.

Lynda • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

gretchen is no megyn kelly and i can’t imagine her being able to do her own show. will she still be able to take so much time off? she seems to be off more than any other fox personality. i hope elizabeth does well. won’t miss gretchen at all. the film clips of her when she thinks the camera is off are very telling.

fred • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

So she got fired for a younger, dumber model ..

Seems fitting it happened on FAKE NOISE .

Lisa McFarland • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Guess you can’t read very well, Ms. Gretchen didn’t get fired!! She got her own show. What have you done lately.

Carlos Alvarez • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

You will be missed Gretchen, for your skills as a news reported as well as for beauty and friendliness. Good luck!

Richard Williams • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

What an amazing job that you have done. I have the utmost of respect for you. You are a true “LADY”. Best wishes for your afternoon program. Well deserved!!! God Bless

THEY ALL HATE HER BUT WATCHED HER , THE DIDN’T EVEN MENTION THE CHILL UP THERE LEG OR MSNBYUCK THEY MUST NOT WATCH ANYTHING BUT FOX.

Ketz • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Rico go pull y.our liberal head out of your ass. We don’t need people like you.

Melissa Nelson • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Even though I like Elizabeth Hasselbeck, I really did like Gretchen Carlson in that spot. Good for her getting her own show! I certainly will watch.

Di`annie • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

Whoa! Four don’ts” to comment here.
Hmmmm…enough said.

Mike Johnson • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

This blonde takes herself too serious! She will fit in with the others who don’t like to be debated on issues. Otherwise the OLD HEADS watching get to see NEW MEAT.

Joe Brown • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

What’s the fuss? Elizabeth deserves the opportunity as well does Gretchen to go it alone on her own program as, again, did Megan Kelly at Fox. Fox has repeatedly given more than equal opportunity to the “ladies” in a mostly “man’s world” in TV News!
Go gettem girls!!!!!

I agree. Thanks for pointing it out to the people who sit on the computer and grip about people/programs “They Don’t Watch”.

bob • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

fox news,number 1 on cable,beautiful women with a brain and conservative hmm there is a god

John • on Sep 13, 2013 7:20 am

I’ve been trying to get rid of her for 5 years. She was without a doubt the most opinionated, self-centered, conservative broadcast anchor that I have ever watched. And I thought E.D. Hill was bad but Gretchen took the cake! We don’t have to hear about Miss America anymore! It is nice to have a down to earth person instead of somebody using BIG words talking down to the normal person.